Hardware Design Engineer

Actalent • Wooster, OH • 12h ago

Job Title: Hardware Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Hardware Design Engineer to contribute to the schematic design and documentation of electronic circuits. The role involves supporting proto@type development, firmware development, and learning applicable regulatory standards. You will document designs according to Engineering policies, and support both testing and troubleshooting of electrical designs. Collaborating with other departmental staff, you will help define new product definitions and provide technical feedback on the feasibility of these definitions.

Responsibilities

Assist in the schematic design and documentation of electronic circuits.

Support proto@type development and basic validation testing.

Assist with firmware development and learn applicable regulatory standards such as FDA, EU, EMI/ESD.

Document designs in accordance with Engineering policies.

Support testing and troubleshooting of new and existing electrical designs.

Collaborate with other departmental staff to obtain product definitions for new products.

Provide technical feedback to evaluate the feasibility of product definitions.

Convert ideas and concepts for new products into cost-effective and timely proto@types.

Document and maintain circuit designs to ensure they can be understood and modified by any competent engineer.

Write embedded product firmware for hardware designs to meet product definitions.

Responsible for engineering validation of circuit board designs and assist internal and external testers.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in PCB design using Altium or a similar package.

Understanding of Firmware C/C++ for microprocessors.

Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or equivalent education and experience.

Significant experience in designing microprocessor-based products that comply with ESD and EMI standards.

5+ years of experience in analog design, including audio and power circuits.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with regulatory and safety requirements.

Work Environment

The work environment offers 1-2 days of remote flexibility per week after training. The team consists of 41 engineers, including Software Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, and Hardware Engineers. The role involves a split between desk and lab work. The company is known for its impactful work in developing speech-generating devices for individuals with speech difficulties. They offer a competitive Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wooster, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Company Benefits Paid Time Off Bereavement Leave Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability ESOP

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wooster,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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